Kentucky

African American Genealogy Resources

The Filson Historical Society offers a variety of resources for African American genealogical research, including books, manuscripts, and guides related to Kentucky's African American history.

Kentucky African American Griots – KYKinFolk.org

This site is dedicated to assisting those pursuing their African American ancestry in Kentucky by being a central depository for records of historical significance, such as emancipation orders, deeds, wills, and family records, organized by county and special databases.

Notable Kentucky African Americans Database

The Notable Kentucky African Americans (NKAA) database is a comprehensive resource listing biographical entries on African Americans in and from Kentucky, providing valuable information for genealogical research.

African-American Genealogy Group of Kentucky (AAGGKY)

AAGGKY is dedicated to assisting individuals in researching their African American ancestry in Kentucky by serving as a central repository for historical records such as emancipation orders, deeds, wills, and family records throughout the state.